2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 455 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Mariner | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mariner | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
